How many syllables in "gente"?

"gente" has 2 sílabas (gen - te).

How to divide "gente"?

"gente" divides into 2 parts: gen · te.

In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.

Say each syllable slowly (gen... te) and listen on SayItVid.

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2 Sílabas

"gente": 2 sílabas.

Sílabas:gen·te

Ênfase Primária

GEN-te(gen · te)● ○

Stress in "gente" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈdʒɛn.teɪ⁄

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How many syllables in "gente"?: "gente" has 2 sílabas (gen - te).
How to divide "gente"?: "gente" divides into 2 parts: gen · te.
Where is the stress in "gente"?: In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.
How to practice saying "gente"?: Say each syllable slowly (gen... te) and listen on SayItVid.